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On the Road: Saguaro, Joshua Tree & Death Valley National Parks

Program No. 13480RJ
Explore the warmth of the great American Sonoran and Mojave deserts, as well as the Saguaro, Joshua Tree and Death Valley National Parks, on the journey of a lifetime.
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National ParksOn the RoadNature & Environment
Length
10 days
Rating (4.85)
Activity Level
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3,499

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LODGING & MEALS
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Showing Lodging & Meals For:
Nov 15, 2025 - Nov 24, 2025 (Tucson, AZ to Las Vegas, NV)
Nov 01, 2025 - Nov 10, 2025 (Tucson, AZ to Las Vegas, NV)
Nov 15, 2025 - Nov 24, 2025 (Tucson, AZ to Las Vegas, NV)
Jan 10, 2026 - Jan 19, 2026 (Tucson, AZ to Las Vegas, NV)
Jan 31, 2026 - Feb 09, 2026 (Tucson, AZ to Las Vegas, NV)
Feb 14, 2026 - Feb 23, 2026 (Tucson, AZ to Las Vegas, NV)
Oct 31, 2026 - Nov 09, 2026 (Tucson, AZ to Las Vegas, NV)
Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 23, 2026 (Tucson, AZ to Las Vegas, NV)
Lodging and meal options may differ by date. Select a date to see the information specific to that date.
What You'll Eat
9 Breakfasts
8 Lunches
8 Dinners
Total: 25 Meals
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Where You'll Stay
Hilton Garden Inn Tucson Airport
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Tucson
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access, or host a conference in the 4,488 sq. ft. Santa Rita room for up to 250 guests. Swim laps in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool with a lazy river and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights. To keep fit in the comfort of your own room, borrow a Stay Fit Kit® from reception.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Yuma Pivot Point
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Yuma
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access. Swim in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Palm Springs
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Palm Springs
Centered in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, surrounded by the natural beauty of the San Jacinto mountains and the energy and excitement of Palm Canyon Drive, the Hyatt Palm Springs sits at the crossroads of one of the most memorable vacation destinations in Southern California. The only all-suite hotel in the area, the Hyatt offers oversized rooms with separate living areas and furnished balconies, providing the perfect accommodations for leisure travelers, business travelers and families alike.
TripAdvisor Reviews
The Ranch at Death Valley
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Death Valley
The Ranch at Death Valley is a complete resort fashioned on the grounds of the original working ranch and later the housing for the 20 mule team operation. The vision of a more user-friendly “town square” in Spanish Colonial Revival style to be more sensitive to the environment, reduce traffic flow and provide better access to restaurants and the general store, has been completed. Located in Death Valley National Park, the Ranch offers hiking in adjacent canyons, swimming, golf, tennis and horseback riding.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Tucson Airport
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Tucson
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access, or host a conference in the 4,488 sq. ft. Santa Rita room for up to 250 guests. Swim laps in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool with a lazy river and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights. To keep fit in the comfort of your own room, borrow a Stay Fit Kit® from reception.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Yuma Pivot Point
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Yuma
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access. Swim in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Palm Springs
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Palm Springs
Centered in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, surrounded by the natural beauty of the San Jacinto mountains and the energy and excitement of Palm Canyon Drive, the Hyatt Palm Springs sits at the crossroads of one of the most memorable vacation destinations in Southern California. The only all-suite hotel in the area, the Hyatt offers oversized rooms with separate living areas and furnished balconies, providing the perfect accommodations for leisure travelers, business travelers and families alike.
TripAdvisor Reviews
The Ranch at Death Valley
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Death Valley
The Ranch at Death Valley is a complete resort fashioned on the grounds of the original working ranch and later the housing for the 20 mule team operation. The vision of a more user-friendly “town square” in Spanish Colonial Revival style to be more sensitive to the environment, reduce traffic flow and provide better access to restaurants and the general store, has been completed. Located in Death Valley National Park, the Ranch offers hiking in adjacent canyons, swimming, golf, tennis and horseback riding.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Tucson Airport
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Tucson
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access, or host a conference in the 4,488 sq. ft. Santa Rita room for up to 250 guests. Swim laps in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool with a lazy river and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights. To keep fit in the comfort of your own room, borrow a Stay Fit Kit® from reception.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Yuma Pivot Point
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Yuma
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access. Swim in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Palm Springs
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Palm Springs
Centered in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, surrounded by the natural beauty of the San Jacinto mountains and the energy and excitement of Palm Canyon Drive, the Hyatt Palm Springs sits at the crossroads of one of the most memorable vacation destinations in Southern California. The only all-suite hotel in the area, the Hyatt offers oversized rooms with separate living areas and furnished balconies, providing the perfect accommodations for leisure travelers, business travelers and families alike.
TripAdvisor Reviews
The Ranch at Death Valley
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Death Valley
The Ranch at Death Valley is a complete resort fashioned on the grounds of the original working ranch and later the housing for the 20 mule team operation. The vision of a more user-friendly “town square” in Spanish Colonial Revival style to be more sensitive to the environment, reduce traffic flow and provide better access to restaurants and the general store, has been completed. Located in Death Valley National Park, the Ranch offers hiking in adjacent canyons, swimming, golf, tennis and horseback riding.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Tucson Airport
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Tucson
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access, or host a conference in the 4,488 sq. ft. Santa Rita room for up to 250 guests. Swim laps in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool with a lazy river and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights. To keep fit in the comfort of your own room, borrow a Stay Fit Kit® from reception.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Yuma Pivot Point
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Yuma
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access. Swim in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Palm Springs
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Palm Springs
Centered in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, surrounded by the natural beauty of the San Jacinto mountains and the energy and excitement of Palm Canyon Drive, the Hyatt Palm Springs sits at the crossroads of one of the most memorable vacation destinations in Southern California. The only all-suite hotel in the area, the Hyatt offers oversized rooms with separate living areas and furnished balconies, providing the perfect accommodations for leisure travelers, business travelers and families alike.
TripAdvisor Reviews
The Ranch at Death Valley
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Death Valley
The Ranch at Death Valley is a complete resort fashioned on the grounds of the original working ranch and later the housing for the 20 mule team operation. The vision of a more user-friendly “town square” in Spanish Colonial Revival style to be more sensitive to the environment, reduce traffic flow and provide better access to restaurants and the general store, has been completed. Located in Death Valley National Park, the Ranch offers hiking in adjacent canyons, swimming, golf, tennis and horseback riding.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Tucson Airport
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Tucson
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access, or host a conference in the 4,488 sq. ft. Santa Rita room for up to 250 guests. Swim laps in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool with a lazy river and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights. To keep fit in the comfort of your own room, borrow a Stay Fit Kit® from reception.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Yuma Pivot Point
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Yuma
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access. Swim in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Palm Springs
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Palm Springs
Centered in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, surrounded by the natural beauty of the San Jacinto mountains and the energy and excitement of Palm Canyon Drive, the Hyatt Palm Springs sits at the crossroads of one of the most memorable vacation destinations in Southern California. The only all-suite hotel in the area, the Hyatt offers oversized rooms with separate living areas and furnished balconies, providing the perfect accommodations for leisure travelers, business travelers and families alike.
TripAdvisor Reviews
The Ranch at Death Valley
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Death Valley
The Ranch at Death Valley is a complete resort fashioned on the grounds of the original working ranch and later the housing for the 20 mule team operation. The vision of a more user-friendly “town square” in Spanish Colonial Revival style to be more sensitive to the environment, reduce traffic flow and provide better access to restaurants and the general store, has been completed. Located in Death Valley National Park, the Ranch offers hiking in adjacent canyons, swimming, golf, tennis and horseback riding.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Tucson Airport
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Tucson
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access, or host a conference in the 4,488 sq. ft. Santa Rita room for up to 250 guests. Swim laps in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool with a lazy river and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights. To keep fit in the comfort of your own room, borrow a Stay Fit Kit® from reception.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Yuma Pivot Point
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Yuma
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access. Swim in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Palm Springs
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Palm Springs
Centered in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, surrounded by the natural beauty of the San Jacinto mountains and the energy and excitement of Palm Canyon Drive, the Hyatt Palm Springs sits at the crossroads of one of the most memorable vacation destinations in Southern California. The only all-suite hotel in the area, the Hyatt offers oversized rooms with separate living areas and furnished balconies, providing the perfect accommodations for leisure travelers, business travelers and families alike.
TripAdvisor Reviews
The Ranch at Death Valley
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Death Valley
The Ranch at Death Valley is a complete resort fashioned on the grounds of the original working ranch and later the housing for the 20 mule team operation. The vision of a more user-friendly “town square” in Spanish Colonial Revival style to be more sensitive to the environment, reduce traffic flow and provide better access to restaurants and the general store, has been completed. Located in Death Valley National Park, the Ranch offers hiking in adjacent canyons, swimming, golf, tennis and horseback riding.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Tucson Airport
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Tucson
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access, or host a conference in the 4,488 sq. ft. Santa Rita room for up to 250 guests. Swim laps in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool with a lazy river and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights. To keep fit in the comfort of your own room, borrow a Stay Fit Kit® from reception.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Yuma Pivot Point
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Yuma
Start each day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy classic American dishes in The Garden Grille & Bar restaurant. Grab snacks from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry® convenience store. Keep up with work in the Business Center, which offers printing and photocopying access. Swim in the beautiful outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool for the whole family to enjoy, or work out in the fitness center with cardio machines and weights.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Palm Springs
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Palm Springs
Centered in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, surrounded by the natural beauty of the San Jacinto mountains and the energy and excitement of Palm Canyon Drive, the Hyatt Palm Springs sits at the crossroads of one of the most memorable vacation destinations in Southern California. The only all-suite hotel in the area, the Hyatt offers oversized rooms with separate living areas and furnished balconies, providing the perfect accommodations for leisure travelers, business travelers and families alike.
TripAdvisor Reviews
The Ranch at Death Valley
Visit Site
3 NIGHTS
Location: Death Valley
The Ranch at Death Valley is a complete resort fashioned on the grounds of the original working ranch and later the housing for the 20 mule team operation. The vision of a more user-friendly “town square” in Spanish Colonial Revival style to be more sensitive to the environment, reduce traffic flow and provide better access to restaurants and the general store, has been completed. Located in Death Valley National Park, the Ranch offers hiking in adjacent canyons, swimming, golf, tennis and horseback riding.
TripAdvisor Reviews





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